The Boyds The Royalton | Negril, Jamaica Just when Michigan is at its coldest and crappiest weather, I was able to jet outta here and photograph Ryan and Amanda's wedding in Negril, Jamaica! Not only was the weather absolutely amazing but we had such a great trip! My fiance stood up in the wedding and it felt more like fun and less like work (not that weddings usually feel like work to me, I love my job, but when its for people you know there is something so special about it!). I started the mor.....

The Lopezes Applewood Farms Wedding Ah what can I say about these two? Nathan & Madison have so much chemistry and what a first kiss!! You could definitely feel the passion! I love that Madison's brother was ring security. You have to throw some fun into a wedding like that.Nathan & Madison had their wedding at Applewood Farms, a quant little barn on top of a hill. From the apple trees, to the wildflowers, this venue was so gorgeous! Madison spent the morning getting ready with her frien.....

The Prianos Romantic Backyard Wedding I just love a backyard wedding. I love just how intimate this wedding was. Brian & Samantha were able to cut loose and enjoy all of their guests. They had yard games, lots of dancing, and were married under the trees. It was such a stunning day! The twins were astatic to have Samantha as their new step mom and the love this family shares was truly beautiful! I am pretty sure these two did not stop smiling the entire day. I love seeing a couple truly enjo.....

The Kings Bell Towers Falls There is just something so magical about that evening light pouring in during sunset photos at a wedding! Mike + Sophie were so much fun and down for anything for their photos. The ones of them running together are my favorite! They were smiling ear to ear and if that's not how I spend my wedding, I'm not doing it! These two have been together for 10 years. Sophie didn't think she was going to cry but during the ceremony and first dance she had some happy tears. I lov.....

The Schweiger Wedding I have traveled to Northern Michigan for so many weddings this year and it has been AMAZING! These two tied the know at The Bluff Preserve in Frankfort, MI. It was nothing short of stunning!Kayla started her morning getting ready with her bridesmaids and her sweet pup! He was the best boy during the morning and was hilarious during the ceremony! I love dogs at weddings! Kaleb spent the morning joking and laughing with the groomsmen! The ceremony overlooked Lake Michigan and.....

The Kent Wedding You might be cool but are you I smoke Cigars with my spouse cool? Yeah, didn't think so!Nina and James have this fun loving chemistry that is just contagious! Meeting James he comes off kind of quieter, but if you saw him dancing at their wedding it was like meeting an entirely different person! These two are just all around fun! This is what relationships are meant to be like! Two people just enjoying life together! As Nina walked down the aisle James eyes just filled with happ.....

The Curle Wedding Talk about a gorgeous couple! I mean seriously! These two high school sweethearts were surrounded by a tight knit group of friends and family. Their ceremony was absolutely stunning overlooking the water at Greystone Golf Course!David was all smiles as Katie walked down the isle. I honestly think that is one of the best reactions to seeing your soon to be bride! They ended the night toasting and dancing the night away under the stars!

The Sabons I've done a lot of weddings over the past few years but this one had such a beautiful ceremony. Their paster had met with them several times before the ceremony and the stories he shared touched my heart. He spoke on the true connection and respect these two have for each other. At the reception Anthony played guitar and sang a song he had written himself to Connie. It was honestly one of those moments that you just want to stop taking photos and enjoy the moment (I didn't but was so.....

The Wards What virus? These two were thankfully still able to rock their wedding day, even in the midst of a pandemic! I think my favorite part of the day was seeing how excited Bryan was to marry Liz! He was like a little kid of Christmas! I think every girl deserves a guy that loves and appreciates her as much as Bryan does! Such a sweet couple and such a strong connection! Thanks to their friends these two met and are now hitched! ? .ss-embed-container-kSKQuS {position:relative; padding-botto.....

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THE MERSINOS These two had the PERFECT weather for their wedding and golf course weddings are always a win! They always have so many little nooks and crannies to shoot! There was so much chemistry between these two. I swear they were both smiling all day! <3 <3 .ss-embed-container-CAavLy {position:relative; padding-bottom:66.6%; height:0; overflow:hidden; max-width:100%} .ss-embed-container-CAavLy iframe {position:absolute; top:0;left:0; width:100%!important; height:100%!important;}

The Michailuk Wedding BOOK YOUR WEDDING TODAY .ss-embed-container-NfCEfJ {position:relative; padding-bottom:66.6%; height:0; overflow:hidden; max-width:100%} .ss-embed-container-NfCEfJ iframe {position:absolute; top:0;left:0; width:100%!important; height:100%!important;} These two had such an amazing wedding at the Inn at St. Johns. If you are looking for a timeless venue, this is definitely the venue for you! The thing I love about this couple is that they are just so relaxed and they just go w.....

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A few weeks ago I traveled up to Northport Michigan (a little town northwest of Traverse City) for Stu + Michelles wedding! What a gorgeous part of Michigan! If you are ever up that way, check out this cute little town. We all stayed in this cozy little hotel (the only one in town) and Willowbrook Mill was a short walk from there. There is something so magical about little towns like this one. It reminded me so much of the town Stars Hollow that Gilmore Girls is located in! The morning of t ......

These two have sooooooo much chemistry! Its just amazing how connected these two are! I would gladly take 10 more couples just like them!

Anthony and Jenna's wedding was picture perfect. The Jolly Pumpkin in Traverse City is just a breathtaking venue! I mean, who doesn't want to get married overlooking the water and surrounded by tall beautiful trees? And check out Jenna's little baby bump! <3 I love being able to travel for weddings. I get to see so many cool new things! I am so thankful to have a career that I actually LOVE! <3 This place is supposedly haunted so if you like that kind of stuff its definitel ......

I can't even begin to tell you how excited I was to shoot at the Jam Handy! This venue is definitely unique and I loved the industrial feel. Detroit has so many cool places to get married but I would venture to say this is one of my new favorites! Sara designed everything for her wedding and she is basically a design queen. Like, can you design my wedding someday? <3 <3 Joshua and Sara decided to do a first look and just hearing them read personal vows to each other was so moving ......

Oh, I have so many wonderful things to say about these two. Firstly, they are a super chill and relaxed couple. I did their engagement photos last year and I knew at that moment that their wedding would be amazing as well! Secondly, just look at how beautiful they are. The way they look at each other is just pure magic! I had several people as me if they were real or models! <3 Thirdly, isn't their venue just amazing? This barn venue is less than 2 years old but its absolute pe ......

These two had one of the most beautiful weddings, like ever! After being a couple since they were kids so this was a highly anticipated wedding for both families! I really loved that they did a first look! It took a lot of the pressure of the day and gave them a few moments to enjoy each other before the ceremony! <3 <3